Don't Panic
Remember that people lived without electricity for may years and did quite nicely. If you planned ahead, it's now time to put your plan into operation. If you don't, just follow the simple steps described in this booklet and you will be able to handle the emergency.
In The Dark
If it's nighttime, locate those candles or kerosene lamps and light them. You will be able to see what you're doing, and circumstances will seem less threatening.
Neighbors
Look to see if their lights are off. If not, the problem might be confined to your home.
Telephone
Try it. It may be working because the telephone system is operated on a separate electrical circuit.
Fuses and Breakers
Check them. If they are okay and your telephone is working, call Greeneville Light & Power System at (423) 636-6202. Give your name, address, telephone number, and pole number and tell how long the power has been off.
Warning
Stay away from downed power line. Make sure that no one, especially children, goes near them. Even lines that look harmless can be very dangerous. Just note the location and call Greeneville Light & Power System immediately.
Electric Appliances
Turn off all the ones that were on, especially heat pumps, air-conditioners, and electric heating. Then when the power comes back, it won't knock off the system due to an overload. Leave a light on so you'll know when service is back.
Information
Turn on your battery-operated portable radio and listen for messages from Greeneville Light & Power System and other emergency agencies. If possible, call your neighbors and find out if they have information about the emergency.